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by Neal Allen Dads, lighten up. Yes, all dads project their own fears and hopes on their children. If Dad dreamed of becoming a first baseman for the Yankees, he’ll push Johnny into baseball, ignoring his son’s preference for woodworking. If Dad harbored hopes of being the next Hemingway, he’ll praise Mary’s poetry, and maybe skip a few of her tedious soccer games. Those are the facts, ma’am. Dads have a habit of imposing their own success goals on their kids. It’s not built into fatherhood to let kids willy-nilly develop their own talents and dreams. Does that ruin the [...]

Australian Wildfires Linked to Climate Change Australia’s devastating wildfires during 2019 and 2020 were at least 30 percent more likely to occur because of human-caused climate change, report researchers in a new study published in the online journal Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences. An intense heat wave was the primary factor in raising the fire risk, says climate scientist Geert Jan van Oldenborgh, with the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute. The study linked to climate change the extremity of that heat wave, which is 10 times more likely now than it was in 1900. Van Oldenborgh notes that climate simulations tend [...]

Regular Tips Apply to Pedaling During the coronavirus crisis, biking is especially recommended, as it provides exceptional aerobic and cardio exercise, relaxation and because it maintains social distancing. Keeping in mind proper equipment, fitness, safety and other factors can make it even more fulfilling during this difficult period. Choose the right bike. Those designed for roads and pavement are generally lighter and have more gears than mountain bikes, which have more shock-absorbing features, plus more lower gears to help traverse inclined terrain. Urban and commuting bikes feature a slightly more upright riding position that allows better sightlines and improved visibility [...]

by Ilka Handshaw “Changing mass consciousness is an individual responsibility.”  ~ Dennis Weaver This is being written in the last half of April 2020, where we, as humanity, have been in the era of coronavirus. We are mandated to be isolated and stay home; we may reflect and/or worry about what and why this is happening—enormous vibrations of fear, anxiety and uncertainty have been felt all over our world for the last few months. But many of us who have been learning from spiritual masters know that this is a time of a great awakening and rebirth. This suffering is [...]

Everglades University (EU) offers all degrees 100 percent online and has made distance education available to students for over 25 years. They have transitioned their on-ground student body to virtual education, allowing them to continue their educational goals given the current environment. All EU students continue to have easy access to staff, faculty and the online learning community and be supported by experienced faculty that holds a master‘s or doctoral degree in their respective discipline. EU has six campuses located in Boca Raton, Miami, Tampa, Sarasota, Orlando, and an online division which all locations offer. EU also caters to the [...]

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by Laura Hernández Are you familiar with the consequences of using laxatives to relieve constipation? I am, since I had a dependency on these drugs for 19 years and they almost killed me. Those of us who know firsthand what it is to suffer from chronic constipation have gone through all types of remedies to overcome this challenging condition, including the use of laxatives. Most laxatives contain chemicals that may cause adverse effects and even worsen the problem by interfering with the digestive process, causing irritation throughout the digestive system. […]

Music is part of our soul, so during this time of uncertainty, isolation and quarantines, change your music and change your health. In ancient times, the use of sound healing was a highly developed spiritual science based upon an understanding that sound was the original vibration. […]

If you enjoy looking at different types of homes and businesses, coming up with strategies and solutions to help people succeed, you may want to become a professional feng shui consultant. Feng shui is an ancient art and science that has modern and relatable applications in our environments. Our spaces should be supportive of our lifestyles and goals. The practice of feng shui attunes occupants with their spaces, the environment around them and their holistic well-being. […]

Debora Ramos, a certified Spiritual Response Therapy consultant and teacher, Angel Therapy practitioner, crystal healer and Reiki Master, is dedicated to help clients clear and heal energy blocks in different aspects of their life (including past lives). She tailors each session to best suit the individual’s needs of the moment, assisting with finances, relationships and inner peace. […]